The Woodbury American Legion Post 501 was charted on January 11, 1979. The post was formed as the growth of the City of Woodbury showed a need to increase support of veterans in the area. The first officers were: Mayard Flom, Post Commander; Bill England, first Vice Commander; Harry Southward, Second Vice Commander; Irwin R. Idso, Thrid Vice Commander; Chuck Swanson, Finance Officer; William Kruger, Veteran's service Officer. The charter was presented at Captain Jack's in Woodbury.
